Fan clashes at 2026 World Cup opening
The 2026 World Cup officially kicked off in Mexico with a match in which the host team defeated South Africa with a clean two-nil victory. However, the atmosphere was marred by protests and clashes between protesters and security forces around the "CDMX" stadium in Mexico City. Approximately 7,500 security personnel were deployed to secure the event amidst social and political demands related to the issue of the disappeared, which is one of the country's major concerns, with figures indicating over 130,000 missing persons since 2006. The opening featured contrasting scenes: celebrations inside the stadium contrasted with protest events taking place in its vicinity.
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